Project Management Officer

sennder is Europe s leading digital freight forwarder. In a traditional industry, we are moving fast to digitize and automate all road logistics processes. We are a growing team looking for an Associate People Operations Partner to help us on our journey to revolutionize road freight logistics. You would join our People Team in the Baltics office in Riga.

We value humility and we're as interested in your character as we are in your talent. Please apply, even if you feel you only meet part of our listed criteria. Diversity drives our innovation and we offer a collaborative, dynamic and international work environment. Just be yourself. We are excited to meet you and for you to join us in shaping the future of the logistics industry in Europe.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an Associate People Operations Partner you ll work on interesting responsibilities like HR administration, employee on and offboarding, LifeCycle management etc. You ll be collaborating closely with the Talent Acquisition, People Business Partner and Compensation and Benefits teams to best support our sennder employees.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

• Deal with the wide range of People Operations matters:

  • Contract and document management
  • Payroll Management
  • Full employee lifecycle support
  • HR Reporting (Headcount, turnover etc)
  • Administrate HRIS system

• Support of daily operations of People Department

• Create and update HR policies and procedures

• Monitor on regular bases changes of local legislation, ensure HR process and documentation compliance with GDPR and labor legislation

• Monitor working conditions, well-being, engagement and turnover rates

• Have ownership of trusted People & Culture related local projects and initiatives

PREFERABLY YOU HAVE

• University degree in HR or proven experience in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of labour legislation and payroll processes
• Hands-on, detail-oriented person, able to see the big picture
• Strong communication, collaboration and organisation skills, as well as business-oriented thinking
• Problem solving and analytical skills, and proactiveness
• Empathy and strong will to constantly improve the well-being and journey of our employees

ABOUT sennder

sennder is moving trucks with the power of data to unlock endless and sustainable capacity at unparalleled quality. Through our proprietary transportation operating system, built by our in-house tech teams, we not only connect shippers to our fleet of thousands of trucks, but also improve how they move products in sustainable, cost-efficient, and transparent ways - making the logistics industry fit for the future. In a traditional industry, we re growing and moving fast to digitally automate all road logistics processes.

We are building a curious team that is driven by an ambitious desire to solve the toughest logistics puzzles. What others may consider uncertainty, we see as an opportunity to learn and be proactive. We invite you to go on this journey with us and be part of one of Europe s inspiring growth stories as we fast-forward road logistics into digitalization. Get to know us, our culture, green business, funding history, and more on our blog here.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

At sennder, we want to maximize the individual s potential for all employees and reinforce an inclusive culture and environment of continuous learning that empowers people to succeed as a team. In addition to humility, we value commitment, team spirit, respect, and kindness to build trusted relationships across teams. Learn more on our career site.

• A fast-growing, start-up-oriented international team of 1000+ people with 65+ nationalities spread across 8 country offices with English as our company language.
• Continuous feedback and bi-annual review process for personal development, professional growth, and career opportunities. We also use Objectives and Key Results for company goals.
• A structured promotion process, providing everyone with fair and transparent career growth.
• Learning and development opportunities on the job and through conversations with your manager, including 300 euro annual L&D budget.
• Various opportunities to connect with colleagues, formally and informally, digitally or in-person (when allowed), through regular team events, company get-togethers, and partnership events with other companies and local organizers.
• Office first work policy (three days a week), that complies with local COVID-19 restrictions and policies. We provide hybrid working options.
• When in office: unlimited snacks, drinks, and fruits.
• Health insurance and monthly commuter allowance in the amount of 40 euro.

Please send your application in English and help us reduce negative unconscious bias by leaving out your picture, age, address, and other unnecessary information in your CV. We only want to know the merits on which you d be great for this role.

If you have any questions or problems please reach out to us at We do not accept applications via email.